Bands

Drawing influence from blues, jazz and soul 23 year old singer songwriter and multi instrumentalist Callum Gardner has been paving his way as an independent artist over the last three years. Having performed over 100 shows in the capital, Callum has his own sound. Backed by a fabulous rhythm section and intricate arrangements his growling vocals, perceptive lyrics and grooving guitar lines will take your breath away.'

“Great fans here at Success Express, Callum is not just a talented and original songwriter with interesting jazzy chords and thoughtful lyrical content but he stands out above so many solo artists in being a truly accomplished musician.” - Lorraine Solomons, Success Express Music

Formed in 2007 by founders Don (Vocals) and Martin (Rhythm Guitar), the two friends set out to form a band to make music with originality and a heavy guitar driven edge to it. Joining the band shortly after was Mike (Drums). After a 3 year hiatus, delays due to location and line-up changes, the band reformed in 2012, bringing Mark (Bass) into the line-up and later in 2013 Tom (Lead Guitar) to complete the group. In November 2013 the band released their debut EP 'We Started a Fire' and September 2015 saw the release of the bands second EP, 'Destroyed but Not Defeated'.

CARRIE NATION & THE SPEAKEASY is a high-energy "Brass 'n' Grass" sextet from Wichita, KS. The band, whose sound has been described as “...a stagecoach in overdrive”, has brought their eclectic blend of bluegrass, ska, punk, and dixieland to packed clubs, basements, and festivals across the US since their inception in the spring of 2007.